Resolving the problem

There are several ways the Human Rights Commission and MBIE can help you to resolve your problem. They'll work with you to decide what to do. This could be making a phone call to the employer for you or arranging mediation so everyone involved can talk the problem through.

If it's a human rights matter

The Human Rights Commission offers a free and confidential mediation service. When you contact them, you'll need to tell them what happened and why you think you've been discriminated against. They'll use this information to work out if your problem is one they can help with.

Taking further action

If your complaint isn't resolved through the Human Rights Commission’s processes, you have the right to go to the Human Rights Review Tribunal. You can do this directly or by asking for representation from the Office of Human Rights Proceedings. If they think you have a genuine case, they pay for your legal representation.

Health and disability, or employment problems

If the Human Rights Commission think your problem is related to your employment, or a health and disability issue, they'll refer you to Employment New Zealand, or the Health and Disability Commissioner.

If it's an employment matter

Employment New Zealand provides a free mediation service for employees and employers.